Program for Casuarina campus

All students welcome

Time

Activity

Location

8.30am - 4pm

Orientation Hub

Orientation Week is packed with academic and social events to get you geared up for university. When you're not attending a session you can chill out in the student lounge area, catch up with friends and participate in games and other activities.

Red 7 - Mal Nairn Auditorium Foyer

6am - 9pm

FREE! Come and try The Gym@CDU

Everyone is invited to try two weeks of free classes and free access to the gym all week between 6am and 9pm. Registrations required.

All students welcome

Time

Activity

Location

7am - 8.15am

Welcome breakfast

Everyone's invited to the welcome breakfast that kicks off the Orientation program. Collect your Orientation program, student diary and show bag, and then join in the fun and games including Breakfast Bingo, to win great prizes. This is a great chance to meet our staff and make friends with other students.

Boab Court

8.15am - 9.30am

Official welcome

Hear from current students about their experiences at CDU. Pick up some useful tips from staff that will help you to ease into university life.

Red 7 - Mal Nairn Auditorium

9.45am - 11.am

Academic sessions

These are important for all students. Don't miss the opportunity to meet your lecturers and learn about your course and its study requirements. You will also meet other students studying in the same field.

Engineering

Purple 12.2.15

Environment and Science

Red 6.1.01

Exercise and Sport Science

Red 6.1.02

Humanitarian and Community Studies

Red 6.1.09

Information Technology

Purple 12.1.15

Master of Emergency and Disaster Management

Red 6.1.18

Nursing

Blue 5.1.106/106d

Pharmacy

Yellow 3.1.14/15

Psychology

Red 6.1.15

Social Work

Red 6.1.10

Business

Red 6.1.04

Creative Arts and Humanities

Orange 6.1.08

Education

Red 6.1.05

Indigenous Knowledge's and Public Policy

Blue 2.1.50/50a

Law

Red 6.1.03

Tertiary Enabling Program (TEP)

Blue 2A.1.01

10:30am - 2pm

Get Activated

Before you start with your studies, there are a few important steps you need to complete. In these guided sessions you will:

Assistance with enrolment and student cards is also available during normal Student Central operating hours.

Red 8 - The Library

11:45am - 1:30pm

CDUSA & Clubs Luncheon

Free Pizza lunch for all students, including a meet and greet with the team from Flycatcher, CDU's Student Magazine.

Speed Friending

Meet your fellow students and make new friends at our speed-friending sessions! Similar to speed-dating, it will give you the chance to meet lots of people, including the CDU Student Ambassadors, in a fun and fast way.You will get one minute to talk to other students before the bell rings and you move onto the next friend.

Red 2 - Basketball Court and Student Square

WORKSHOPS, ACTIVITIES & TOURS

1pm - 2:30pm

Notetaking Skills: best practices for lectures and reading

Successful students take notes in lectures and manage their reading requirements. Optimise your lectures and manage your reading by discovering useful notetaking methods to help you master the content of your course.

Blue 2A.1.01

1:30pm - 2pm

Library tour

This informative tour will show you around the library and provide an overview of the services, resources and spaces available.

Red 8 - Library

2pm - 3pm

Library 101

Kick start your course by attending a Library 101 session. Discover what the library has to offer, including print and online collections, study areas and facilities.

Red 8 - Library

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Scholarships

CDU Scholarships are sponsored by individuals, businesses, government community groups and the University itself to assist students with the financial challenges of studying. Come and find out more about what scholarships are available!

Blue 5.1.01

3pm - 3:30pm

Campus Tour

Take a guided tour of the campus and facilities, including the Chinese and Indonesian gardens, cafeteria, coffee shops and more.

Red 7 - Departs from O Week Hub

3:45pm - 4:15pm

Dancing with Student Ambassadors

Come and have some fun with Salsa and Swing dancing led by your CDU Student Ambassadors!

Red 7 - O Week Hub

ONLINE WORKSHOPS

4pm - 5pm

Microsoft: Helpful Hints for Assessments

Develop your skills using Microsoft to assist with assignments and manage your academic resources. Learn how to correctly format documents into neat, well presented assessment items in a few easy steps.

All students welcome

Start the morning by soothing your body and mind with a free out door Yoga class.Free smoothies available

Boab Court

WORKSHOPS, ACTIVITIES & TOURS

9am - 11am

Plagiarism: How to avoid it

Plagiarism is often misunderstood. Come and test your understanding of academic integrity and the possible breaches.

Library, Red 8 - Beagle Deck

10am - 11am

Learnline

Prepare for success! Find out about Learnline, CDU's online learning platform. Online learning is an important part of many study units at CDU, so understanding what Learnline is and how to use it is crucial! You will be shown how to view and download content, interact with your lecturer and fellow students, undertake and upload assesment items and more. Attendance is recommended.

Purple 12.3.17

10:15am - 10:45am

Professional Experience (Education)

Come along to understand the Professional Experience requirements for your Education course.

Who needs to go on professional experience? What requirements must I meet before I can go on professional experience? When do I need to go on professional experience? Why do I need to nominate? How will I know if I am approved to go on professional experience?

Blue 5.1.01

10:45am - 11:15am

Placements (Nursing)

All Nursing students are recommended to attend this session to gain insights into their placement units, and the expectations of you as a student prior to undertaking a placement unit.

Blue 5.1.01

11.30am - 1pm

Indigenous Knowledge's and Learning Showcase(Includes lunch sponsored by the Office of Indigenous Leadership)

The Office of Indigenous Leadership invites all students to explore a range of interactive displays including arts, music and a dance performance.

CDU is dedicated to promoting Indigenous Knowledges and perspectives into all aspects of the University; by participation in ethical research and by providing unique courses in Indigenous Australian culture, history, policy and language, as well as providing culturally safe learning environments and support centres for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island students enrolled at CDU Campuses throughout the NT

Blue 2 - Indigenous Leadership Precinct

WORKSHOPS, ACTIVITIES & TOURS

1:15pm - 2:45pm

Summarise, Paraphrase and Quote

What is actually meant by 'use your own words', and when are you meant to do it? Find out how to integrate sources correctly and appropriately.

Blue 2A.1.01

1:15pm - 2pm

Maximise your Employability while you study

What is employability and how can I get it? Learn exactly what employers are looking for in a graduate and what you can do during your time at University to increase your employability.

Blue 5.1.01

2pm - 3pm

Being an International Student in Australia - What are the rules?

Blue 1.1.01

3pm - 4pm

International House Darwin Tour

Explore CDU's only on-campus accommodation on a guided tour. International House Darwin (IHD) is home to more than 300 students and offers a caring and inclusive environment for those from near and far! IHD offers a community, not just a place to live. Our nationally recognised events program aims to ensure that you get the most out of University life. This tour will showcase the facilities, including accommodation options, tropical gardens, swimming pool and fully equipped recreational and study areas.

International House - departs O Week Hub

3:40pm - 4:30pm

Gym @ CDU Workout

Are you interested in joining a gym but don't know where to start?Join this free information tour and fun group fitness class set to a great soundtrack! Wear your comfy workout clothes and make sure you've got sneakers! No thongs or bare feet allowed within the gym!

Gym@CDU - Departs from O Week Hub

ONLINE WORKSHOPS

1pm - 2pm

Skilful Searching @ the Library

Learn about the library's discovery tool: Library SearchGet some tips and techniques for searching well and finding appropriate sources for your assignments. Includes hands-on activities

Domestic Student Orientation

7:30am - 8:30am

Free Pancake breakfast with the Red Frogs

Blue 1 - The Mall

8am - 8:45am

Bar Brothers and Sisters Workout

Boab Court

WORKSHOPS, ACTIVITIES AND TOURS

9am - 10am

Learnline

Prepare for success! Find out about Learnline, CDU's online learning platform. Online learning is an important part of many study units at CDU, so understanding what Learnline is and how to use it is crucial! You will be shown how to view and download content, interact with your lecturer and fellow students, undertake and upload assessment items and more. Attendance is recommended.

Purple 12.3.17

9am - 9:30am

Library Tour

This informative tour will show you around the library and provide an overview of the services, resources and spaces available.

Red 8 - Library

9:30am - 10:30am

Skilful Searching @ the Library

Learn about the library's discovery tool: Library SearchGet some tips and techniques for searching well and finding appropriate sources for your assignments. Includes hands-on activities

Red 8 - Library

10am - 11am

Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)

Join a Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) to see how you can learn from other students to improve your grades and study habits.

Blue 5.1.01

11:30am - 12pm

Study Overseas with CDU

Enrich your CDU degree with an overseas experience! Meet new people, learn a new language and broaden your horizon. Get inspired by CDU mobility alumni students and learn about funding opportunities to make your global experience a reality.

Blue 5.1.01

11am - 12pm

Equity Services

Mal Nairn Auditorium

12pm - 1pm

Lunch sponsored by the Office of International Services

Blue 1 - The Mall

12.30pm - 1pm

Speed-Friending

Meet your fellow students and make new friends at our speed-friending sessions! Similar to speed-dating, it will give you the chance to meet lots of people, including the CDU Student Ambassadors, in a fun and fast way.

You will get one minute to talk to other students before the bell rings and you move onto the next friend.

Blue 1 - The Mall

WORKSHOPS & ACTIVITIES

1pm - 2:30pm

Game of Phones - smartphone challenge

BYO mobile device essential.Join us for some fun activities, games and prizes. Be prepared to move a little, use the online Library tools and meet some new friends

Red 8 - LibraryBeagle Deck

1pm - 2pm

International House Darwin Tour

Explore CDU's only on-campus accommodation on a guided tour. International House Darwin (IHD) is home to more than 300 students and offers a caring and inclusive environment for those from near and far! IHD offers a community, not just a place to live. Our nationally recognised events program aims to ensure that you get the most out of University life. This tour will showcase the facilities, including accommodation options, tropical gardens, swimming pool and fully equipped recreational and study areas.

International House - departs O Week Hub

1pm - 2pm

Scholarships

CDU Scholarships are sponsored by individuals, businesses, government community groups and the University itself to assist students with the financial challenges of studying. Come and find out more about what scholarships are available!

Blue 5.1.01

2:45pm - 4:30pm

CDU Amazing Race

Gather your team and prepare for the ultimate CDU Amazing Race!

This exciting event will allow you to get to know your campus, meet new friends, challenge yourself and have a whole lot of fun while doing it. We will challenge you to solve problems, complete tasks and compete against fellow students to be crowned the winner of the 2018 Semester 2 Orientation Amazing Race!

Giveaways and prizes will be awarded to the fastest team!

Departs from O Week Hub

5pm

Join a Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) to see how you can learn from other students to improve your grades and study habits.

Study Overseas with CDU!Learn about studying overseas for credit towards your degree. Even International students can do so!

2:45pm - 4:30pm

CDU Amazing Race

Gather your team and prepare for the ultimate CDU Amazing Race!

This exciting event will allow you to get to know your campus, meet new friends, challenge yourself and have a whole lot of fun while doing it. We will challenge you to solve problems, complete tasks and compete against fellow students to be crowned the winner of the 2018 Semester 2 Orientation Amazing Race!

Giveaways and prizes will be awarded to the fastest team!

Departs from O Week Hub

All Students and Families Welcome

6pm - 9pm

(Movie starts at 6:30pm)

Movie Night Under the Stars! - The Greatest Showman

Growing up in the early 1800s, P.T Barnum displays a natural talent for publicity and promotion, selling lottery tickets by age 12. After trying his hand at various jobs, P.T turns to showbusiness to indulge his limitless imagination, rising from nothing create the Barnum Circus. Featuring catchy musical numbers, exotic performers and daring acrobatic feats, Barnum's mesmerizing spectacle soon takes the world by storm to become the greatest show on Earth.